Middle East & North Africa

Haftar’s Scrapping of the Unity Deal in Libya Is an Act of Desperation

Khalifa Haftar has become increasingly desperate as his advances on Tripoli have failed and his forces weaken. In a dramatic press conference, Libyan warlord Khalifa...

Algeria’s Role in Libya

This policy outlook explores some of the critical elements driving Algeria’s foreign policy concerning the on-going conflict in Libya. This policy outlook explores some of...

Fighting Intensifies in Libya Despite COVID-19 Threat

Oil-rich Libya has limited funds to pay for imports, such as medical supplies, thus making it harder to battle coronavirus. Libya’s internationally recognized Government of...

Doubling-Down on Haftar: Examining France’s Position in Libya

This policy outlook explores France’s foreign policy in Libya, examining the mixture of strategic, geopolitical, economic, and ideological factors driving French interests in Libya. Libya’s...

EU’s New Naval Mission in Libya One-Sided, Poorly Conceived

The only party that will be affected by this ill-conceived measure is the legitimate government, while the rogue anti-governmental forces are likely to continue...

Khalifa Haftar’s Recklessness Could Compound Coronavirus Threat to Libya

The relentless attacks and revolving door of mercenaries widen Libyans' exposure to the pandemic. Libya has confirmed its first case of the coronavirus. Years of...

Will the US Take on a Bigger Role in Libya?

Publicly, the US backs the UN-backed government in Tripoli. It's time it starts showing that support. Libya’s interior minister Fathi Bashagha proposed to host an...

Will the Berlin Conference on Libya Help to Bring a Permanent Ceasefire?

Libyans are sceptical that the agreements signed at the summit will end the conflict, but it is an important step in the right direction. ...

Berlin Peace Conference on Libya: Expectations, Challenges and Realities

This info pack examines the Berlin Peace Conference on Libya, and presents the necessary background to these discussions, the key regional and international players...

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